Grab Life By Its Horns

Do you grab life by its horns or are you the type of person who sits there watching silently as life passes you by?

When it comes down to it, there are two types of people in this world - those who do and those who don’t. Those of us who actually take the chance at whatever life throws our way, typically survive anything we set out to accomplish. It doesn’t necessarily mean we succeed right off the bat, or that we get what we want whenever we want it. It means that even if we fail at a particular task, that we don't give up. We're determined to get right back up again, into the drivers seat or into the saddle, and try again until we get the results we want. 

It’s no secret, that things in life don’t come easy. If you want something you have to earn it, you have to work hard to get it. No matter what career path you choose, you have to start somewhere and you have to work your way up from that starting point. Life is full of twists and turns, ups and downs that may leave you frustrated, it happens to the best of us. It’s about picking yourself up, and getting back out there no matter what the cost.

Starting over, finding a new job or a new career, it’s never a fun thing to have to go through. But you have to keep at it. Nothing happens overnight, it will take time. But keep at it and do it right. Don’t be afraid to take risks, sometimes the best things come from taking a chance on something even if you're not sure of what the outcome will be. 

Of course, there may be times when a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity arises, and if it’s something you really want, go for it. Don’t hesitate or wonder, “Is this really happening to me?” or “Should I really go for it?” As the infamous Nike slogan dictates, just do it. Sometimes, you have to act in the now and think later, especially if it’s something worth going for.

Remember, that along with this opportunity comes having to demonstrate that you are indeed worthy of what you have been offered - because just as easily as it was given to you, it can also be just as easily taken away. 

Stay Sassy!

Sassy Urbanista ;)

2011 White Cashmere Collection

      Models showing off this year's newest creations made solely from 100% 

cashmere bathroom tissue. Photo Credit: Sandy Caetano

The 8th Annual White Cashmere Collection remembers all the women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer, all those who are still battling the fight of their life and all those who have survived this disease.

It’s about making a contribution to the health and wellness of women everywhere. According to Cancer.ca, breast cancer is the most common cancer among Canadian women. 

An estimated 23,400 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer and 5,100 will die of it. On average, 64 Canadian women will be diagnosed with breast cancer every day, and 14 of those women will die of breast cancer every day.

“Breast cancer touches all of us. We are mothers, daughters, sisters and wives who are vulnerable yet strong and the White Cashmere Collection is a wonderful way to celebrate the courage and strength of women affected by breast cancer and to support the fight against the cause,” says Nancy Marcus, corporate vice president, consumer marketing at Kruger Products.

The 2011 White Cashmere Collection celebrated ‘fashion with compassion’ by showcasing 15 breathtakingly stunning garments and accessories made in 100 per cent pure, soft and luxurious Cashmere Bathroom Tissue yesterday at the Art Gallery of Ontario. Canada’s best-selling brand, Cashmere Bathroom Tissue, supports the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation’s vision of creating a future without breast cancer.

“I am a breast cancer survivor, so I’m just as excited as anybody to be here for the 8th annual fashion show. It knocks my sock off, every year it gets better, the more intricate the designs are, incredible,” says Bev Thomson, co-host of Canada AM. “It showcases Canada’s established and emerging designers, and their support of a future without breast cancer.” 

Having debuted in 2004, this unique fashion show has featured over 87 top Canadian designers and their high-fashion BT couture. Like past year’s, the 2011 line will be part of a month-long display in Toronto and Montreal’s The Bay flagship stores.

The collection also features a limited-edition Pink Cashmere, with 25 cents from the sale of every package going directly to the Foundation. 

“Life is a celebration and today is no exception, today is a celebration - today’s collection also pays tribute to all the women who are battling cancer,” says Farley Chatto, Curator and Artistic Director. “This collection is for you, this is for your resilience, for your courage and your strength.”

For more please visit Cashmere.ca, or join the Cashmere Facebook Fan Page at Facebook.com/cashmere.

Photo Credit: Sandy Caetano

Photo Credit: Sandy Caetano